Multiobjective Optimization and Particle-In-Cell Simulation of Cusped Field Thrusters for Microsatellite Platforms

A multiobjective design optimization (MDO) study has been conducted to characterize and maximize the performance of the downscaled cusped field thruster with respect to thrust, total efficiency, an...

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